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Y715 BPL

2001 BMW F Series

Blue Petrol 650cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jun 2024
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

58,455 mi
Last recorded58,455 miles
Recorded on16 Jun 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW F Series20,603 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY715 BPL
MakeBMW
ModelF Series
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine650cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Jun 2023 58,455 miles
Pass 25 May 2019
Fail 25 May 2019

Offside Front Throttle operating incorrectly (6.2.7 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017
Pass 19 Jul 2016 57,340 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2A1f(ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.3(ii))

Pass 5 Jun 2015 54,408 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 50,433 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 45,666 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Fail 1 Jun 2013 45,666 miles

Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.2a(i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) close to minimum limit (3.2.A1f(i))

Pass 25 May 2012 43,267 miles
Fail 9 May 2011 40,630 miles

Front Stop lamp remains on when the brake is released (1.3.1e)

Pass 9 May 2011 40,630 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 35,456 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2009 31,336 miles

Drive chain slightly loose (6.2.1d)

Pass 19 Apr 2008 26,581 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 21,744 miles
Pass 6 May 2006 18,707 miles

Rear pads worn.

How Reliable is the BMW F Series?

Based on 92,321 MOT tests across 8,598 vehicles.

88.0%
Pass Rate
1,110
Miles/Year
26
Year Lifespan
8,598
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil 651
Tyre tread depth is below minimum requirements of 1.0mm 616
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 570
Stop lamp does not illuminate immediately a brake applies 310
Horn not working 299
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Y715 BPL is a 2001 BMW F Series in Blue with a 650cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

Across all 2001 BMW F Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.2% with a typical mileage of 20,603 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a BMW F Series fails its MOT is shock absorber seal failed and leaking oil, accounting for 651 recorded failures. If you're considering buying Y715 BPL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW F Series typically stays on UK roads for around 26 years. At 25 years old, this BMW F Series is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was Y715 BPL registered?

Y715 BPL is a 2001 BMW F Series, first registered on 5 July 2001.

Is Y715 BPL safe to buy?

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